5 January 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert A. Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated January 5, 1943. Robert thanks Leonard for the pictures he received. He notes that he is writing in a tent by candle light in freezing weather. He reminds Leonard to make sure his mother is given copies of the picture. Robert asks if there is a gas shortage and writes, "Save some till I get home." He is still hoping for furlough around the end of January or beginning of February. Signed "Fuzzy." Written at Camp Forrest

GLC09611.032

12 January 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert A. Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated January 12 1943. He recounts his recent training as fun except for having to dig fox holes. He tells Leonard that "Dotty has found either a 2B a 2C or 4F which she says she likes a lot." He asks about a woman Leonard is taking out and mentions a "beautiful girl working in a dry store in town" and that he will see what he can do. He also mentions not feeling as sad about Dotty as he expected. He still doesn't know when he will receive furlough, and hopes it will be before his unit goes to Florida. Signed "Fuzz." Written at…

GLC09611.033

6 January 1943

Miller, Richard C., fl. 1941-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Richard C. Miller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated January 6, 1943. Richard is glad that Leonard liked his Christmas card. Richard explains his delay in response on the number of letters he receives. He acknowledges that Leonard is working asks if he has purchased a new car even with the gas shortage. He comments on Robert Winemiller, joining the army he says "its not so bad once you get use to the life, but I assure you, I wouldn't want to go thru those first three months again myself and especially not, in the 'infantry.'" He mentions his recent trip to London and everything…

GLC09611.034

1917

Header Record

Title: [Six World War I photograph albums, and 1 book]

Six photograph albums with approximately 525 images of the 88th Aero Squadron during World War I.

GLC09672

January 1888 - June1888

Frank Leslie's Publishing House

Book

Title: Frank Leslie's Popular Monthly. [Vol. 25. no. 1 (January 1888) - Vol. 25. no. 6 (June, 1888)]

One bound volume of Frank Leslie's Popular Monthly from January 1888 - June 1888. The bound literary magazine contains many short stories, illustrations, and poems. The contents cover many topics including love, family, battle, travel and immigration, comedy, biographical and historical pieces. Some sections are a chapter of a larger story that is broken up and published a chapter a month.

GLC09673

1 July 1865

Frank Leslie's Publishing House

Newspaper

Title: Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper [Vol. XX, No. 509]

One issue of Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper dated July 1, 1865. Periodical includes variety of illustrations regarding tenement house living, a steamboat landing in the Confederate Navy Yard in Richmond Virginia, the completion of Atlantic telegraph calbe at Glass, Elliot, and Co., among others. The main spread of the issue is focused on tenement houses in New York City which looks into the crowded living style of the impoverished families.

GLC09674

1918-1920

Various

Scrapbook

Title: [Scrapbook belonging to synagogues in New York and Georgia, 1918-1920]

One scrapbook of 46 bulletins belonging to three synagogues dated 1918-1920. Flyers were printed by the Synagogue of Flushing, New York; the Free Synagogue of Washington Heights, New York; and Congregation B'nai Israel of Athens, Georgia. Contains the times of services and community announcements.

GLC09675

20 December 1790

Fitch, John, 1743-1798

Autograph document signed

Title: [Biography of John Fitch]

A handwritten biography of John Fitch. The text is written under an engraving of a image of a steamboat with the caption "Plan of Mr. Fitch's Steamboat." There is a more detailed typed biography attached to the upper left hand corner of the page. In the biography he mentions not being recognized for the invention of his steam boat, and his wish to be recognized.

GLC02480.07.01

14 May 1944

Basile, S.J., fl. 1944

Autograph letter signed

Title: Jennie Mosca

One letter from Sergeant S.J. Basile to Jennie Mosca dated May 14, 1944. He thanks her for her latest letter. He comments on how long it is and reassures her that he is aware of how much she loves him and that he returns her love. He mentions sending his newest photo of him behind his desk. He writes he has a "growly face" because of all the paperwork on it, which is three days behind. He wishes her love and apologizes for the shortness of the letter, he will write a longer one soon. The letter is written over a printed form that is in Japanese. There was a photo (GLC09604.02) and a photo…

GLC09604.01

14 May 1944

Basile, S.J., fl. 1944

Photograph

Title: Photograph of Sergeant S.J. Basile behind a desk

One photograph of Sergeant S.J. Basile dated May 14, 1944. Basile is behind his desk located in a tent. There is a stack of paperwork in front of him and two other men in the background. The photo and a photo negative (GLCC09604.03) accompanied a letter to Jennie Mosca (GLC09604.01.)

GLC09604.02

14 May 1944

Basile, S.J., fl. 1944

Photograph negative

Title: Photo Negative of Sergeant S.J. Basile behind a desk

One photo negative of Sergeant S.J. Basile dated May 14, 1944. Basile is behind his desk. There is a stack of paperwork in front of him and two other men in the background. The photo (GLC09604.02) and negative accompanied a letter to Jennie Mosca (GLC09604.01.)

GLC09604.03

18 January 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert A. Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated January 18, 1943. Robert mentions that forgetting Dotty will take time and lists names of several women he wants Leonard to ask to write to him. Robert notes that that his unit is having "tests and inspections for the next couple weeks. They want to see if were ready to go over [to Europe]. Forty some Generals will be here." He also recounts a visit to the dentist. He concludes his letter "Later buddy stay out of the army, it's all right if you have a steady girlfriend but there's too many wolves!" Written at Camp Forrest

GLC09611.035

25 January 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert A. Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated January 25, 1943. Robert writes that the most fun he has in the army is watching good movies and mentions that he saw Andy Hardy's Double Life the day before. He is excited that Dotty is no longer going steady with her partner and that she has reached out to him. After which he mentions meeting girls in town. He also reminds Leonard to "Tell the girls to write. I like to hear from them." Robert mentions he received an application for Officer Candidate School and needs to fill it out. Signed "Fuzzy." Written at Camp Forrest

GLC09611.036

3 February 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert A. Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated February 3, 1943. Robert notes that, "everything's okay except on the woman side of things." He notes that he is now in Ranger School and that his group is supposed to go on a six week march which he is not looking forward to. Robert writes that mail is slow and asks for Dick's address so he can write him. He and Dotty are "about the same." After which he speculates what the gas situation will be like when he returns home. Signed "Fuzzy."Written at Camp Forrest

GLC09611.037

5 February 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert A. Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated February 5, 1943. Robert relays that instead of marching for six weeks they marched for twenty miles. He mentions that in two weeks he will leave for a better place and hopes it will be to the east. He mentions Dottie and their friendship. He also mentions "Our chow is strictly from cans...No fresh fruits vegetables or milk. Either canned or concentrated...On a lot of these problems we get very little to eat, sleep. We never wash or shave. So you can imagine how we feel and look." He references the Mohave Desert as the…

GLC09611.038

11 February 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert A. Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated February 11, 1943. Robert thanks Leonard for his advice on Dotty. He relays that she is upset with him as he is referring to her as his girlfriend. At the same time he is interested in a new woman, Connie, who he hasn't met yet. But he received her letter and is excited about her picture. Signed "Fuzzy."Written at Camp Forrest

GLC09611.039

11 February 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert A. Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated February 11, 1943. According to Robert he and Dotty had a fight. He has not heard back about his request for furlough but his unit completed with physical conditioning and he completed Ranger school. His unit has started combat team maneuvers. He notes "It's really starting now." He references a photo of himself which is no longer included with the letter. Signed "Fuzz." Written at Camp Forrest

GLC09611.040

1 March 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert A. Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated March 1, 1943. On his recent fight with Dotty, he notes "Some guy wrote 'Dottie' & told her a few untruths & caused trouble - trouble for everybody! But everything's cleaned up. He congratulates Leonard on a recent success with a woman named Jeanne. Signed "Gorn-boy Winemiller" noting that is a new name given to him by a woman named Connie. Written at Camp Forrest

GLC09611.041

8 March 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert A. Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated March 8, 1943. Robert begins by noting Leonard's chivalrous nature. He notes a recent trip to Chattanooga. In reference to a remark made by Leonard about Robert and Dotty, he says "You needn't worry about my losing 'Dotty.' I wont, she'll come back, she always did! Confident aren't I? But I'd better cleanse the attitude I had before." Robert wants them to go on double dates with Leonard and his love interest. Robert is optimistic about Leonard and a woman Jeanne. His unit just completed a two day maneuver. And he is not…

GLC09611.042

13 March 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Autograph note

Title: [to Leonard E. Graeff]

A brief note reading "Once again they shall echo with the cry of the 'lone' wolf looking for his mate. He'll probably need some assistance. Shall you be ready?" Written at Camp Forrest .

GLC09611.043

15 March 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert A. Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated March 15, 1943. Robert relays that things are the same on base. His company has put on training demonstrations including, "airplanes demonstrate strafing and artillery firing & etc." And that he wants more ammunition in the rifle range next time. Signed "Fuzzy." Written at Camp Forrest

GLC09611.044

20 March 1943

Moyer, Kennith H., fl. 1943-1945

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Kennith Moyer to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated March 20, 1943. Kenneth responds to Leonard's request to know more about where he is located asserting that "to put it mildly and avoid cuss words this is a hell hole. Hotness, no grass - just rain and mud." He notes the food is "scarce and horrible." The barracks are heated by one coal stove at each end. 260 men in his company are tasked with cleaning mud off of everything with only two faucets. Kenneth writes "So far the conclusion I have made is this to be a good soldier a man should have twelve arms and no brain...The moral is…

GLC09611.045

18 April 1943

Winemiller, Roberta A., fl. 1921-1947

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from Robert A. Winemiller to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated April 18, 1943. Robert informs Leonard that he leaves soon for "three weeks maneuvers." Robert thanks Leonard for the pictures he received and asks for "a couple more the one with you & I to-gether." Signed "Bob." Written at Camp Forrest

GLC09611.046

2 May 1943

Shadow, John R., fl. 1943-1944

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One letter from John Shadow to Leonard Eugene Graeff dated May 2, 1943. John relays that he was glad to hear from Leonard. He asks how things were going in Harrisburg. John writes Leonard that he made rank of Captain but was demoted when he began school. He notes "I will probably get them back, and a lot more I hope." He confirms that he completed basic training and 11 days of advanced training in Miami Beach, Florida. John relays that "The school here and the city of Flint certainly is nice" and the town people treat the roughly 550 soldiers there "marvelous[ly]" and he was asked out to…

GLC09611.047.01

2 May 1943

Shadow, John R., fl. 1943-1944

Newspaper clipping

Title: to Leonard Eugene Graeff

One newspaper clipping, consists of pages 19 and 20 of a unknown newspaper. Page 19 highlights a "hop" put on for sailors by the Cleveland Diesel Girls' Bowling League. Page 20's Headline reads "Buck Air Force Ground Personnel Training School Awarded Efficiency Citation for Nine State Area." It is the fourth article in a series on the training program by the GM divisions. John has annotated the images with captions relaying his experiences. One caption reads "these men will leave in eleven weeks for active duty as skilled aircraft engine mechanics." Page 21 is continuation of the newspaper…

GLC09611.047.02